bald-faced
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of bald-faced
First recorded in 1640–50
Example Sentences
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During sentencing hearings, Smith was described as manipulative and someone who told "bald-faced lies".
From BBC ● May 29, 2025
Such bald-faced truth telling has long been part of Mormon journaling culture.
From Slate ● Sep. 20, 2023
It's a struggle not to laugh hysterically at that bald-faced lie.
From Salon ● Aug. 23, 2023
Harden interpreted this weekend’s about-face as a bald-faced lie.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2023
A statement Gilly knew for a bald-faced if kindly intended he.
From "The Great Gilly Hopkins" by Katherine Paterson
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